What do you think?
Rate this book
Ambush in Alaska
Facing down a dangerous enemy
Abducted in Alaska by Darlene L. Turner
Saving a boy who has escaped his captors puts Canadian border patrol officer Hannah Morgan right into the path of a ruthless child-smuggling ring. Now with help from police constable Layke Jackson, she must keep the child safe. But can they rescue the other abducted children and bring down the gang…all while protecting a little boy and keeping themselves alive?
Guarding the Witness by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Margaret Daley
Bodyguard Arianna Jackson is days away from testifying at a murder trial when the unthinkable happens. Her Alaska safe house is attacked, and Arianna is forced to go on the run with US Marshal Brody Callahan. Arianna is used to issuing orders, not taking them, but now with a killer on her heels, she has only one hope of making it to testify—the handsome protector at her side.
2 Thrilling Stories: Abducted in Alaska and Guarding the Witness
Abducted in Alaska by Darlene L. Turner
Saving a boy who has escaped his captors puts Canadian border patrol officer Hannah Morgan right into the path of a ruthless child-smuggling ring. Now with help from police constable Layke Jackson, she must keep the child safe. But can they rescue the other abducted children and bring down the gang…all while protecting a little boy and keeping themselves alive?
Guarding the Witness by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Margaret Daley
Bodyguard Arianna Jackson is days away from testifying at a murder trial when the unthinkable happens. Her Alaska safe house is attacked, and Arianna is forced to go on the run with US Marshal Brody Callahan. Arianna is used to issuing orders, not taking them, but now with a killer on her heels, she has only one hope of making it to testify—the handsome protector at her side.
2 Thrilling Stories: Abducted in Alaska and Guarding the Witness
448 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published January 24, 2023
About the author
Darlene L. Turner
63 books1,069 followersDarlene L. Turner is an award-winning, best-selling author and lives with her husband, Jeff in Ontario, Canada. Her love of suspense began when she read her first Nancy Drew book. She’s turned that passion into her writing and believes readers will be captured by her plots, inspired by her strong characters, and moved by her inspirational message. You can connect with Darlene at www.darlenelturner.com where there’s suspense beyond borders. Be sure to follow her on BookBub https://bit.ly/33TYIS2
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 11 of 11 reviews
January 10, 2023
Ambush in Alaska
Darlene L. Turner
A fast paced suspense story that pits Hannah and Layke against a group of kidnappers who have kidnapped young boys. When they rescue Gabe, they are thrown into a life and death situation that they pray they will find the missing boys before it’s too late. Wonderful characters who struggle with their own issues, but are determined to overcome and find the villains. A must read to the end as they try to figure out who the mole is. At the end they are truly surprised. Late night read.
Darlene L. Turner
A fast paced suspense story that pits Hannah and Layke against a group of kidnappers who have kidnapped young boys. When they rescue Gabe, they are thrown into a life and death situation that they pray they will find the missing boys before it’s too late. Wonderful characters who struggle with their own issues, but are determined to overcome and find the villains. A must read to the end as they try to figure out who the mole is. At the end they are truly surprised. Late night read.
January 9, 2023
Ambush in Alaska features two previously released Love Inspired books—Abducted in Alaska by Darlene Turner and Guarding the Witness by Margaret Daley. Action, suspense, and romance times two!
Abducted in Alaska features nonstop action from the heart-pounding beginning to the surprising end as Border Patrol Officer Hannah Morgan and Canadian Police Constable Layke Jackson unite to stop a child-trafficking ring. I love the chemistry between Hannah and Layke, but their struggles with personal issues kept me wondering how they would ever have a lasting relationship. The richly described Alaska/Canadian setting adds excitement and authenticity to the story (especially the car chases on icy roads). I greatly appreciate the inspiring faith thread woven throughout the story with themes of forgiveness and trust.
Guarding the Witness is an action-packed, suspenseful story. As they run for their lives through the Alaskan wilderness, Deputy US Marshall Brody Callahan must protect Arianna Jackson at all costs and deliver her to court to testify against a major crime boss. The plot twists and turns with a few surprises along the way. The characters are believable and engaging. Sweet romance and a gentle, inspiring faith thread add to the enjoyment of the read.
I thoroughly enjoyed both of these entertaining, inspiring stories and highly recommend this book especially for fans of inspirational suspense.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher with no obligation to write a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Abducted in Alaska features nonstop action from the heart-pounding beginning to the surprising end as Border Patrol Officer Hannah Morgan and Canadian Police Constable Layke Jackson unite to stop a child-trafficking ring. I love the chemistry between Hannah and Layke, but their struggles with personal issues kept me wondering how they would ever have a lasting relationship. The richly described Alaska/Canadian setting adds excitement and authenticity to the story (especially the car chases on icy roads). I greatly appreciate the inspiring faith thread woven throughout the story with themes of forgiveness and trust.
Guarding the Witness is an action-packed, suspenseful story. As they run for their lives through the Alaskan wilderness, Deputy US Marshall Brody Callahan must protect Arianna Jackson at all costs and deliver her to court to testify against a major crime boss. The plot twists and turns with a few surprises along the way. The characters are believable and engaging. Sweet romance and a gentle, inspiring faith thread add to the enjoyment of the read.
I thoroughly enjoyed both of these entertaining, inspiring stories and highly recommend this book especially for fans of inspirational suspense.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher with no obligation to write a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
January 2, 2023
I received a copy of this book.
Full of action and plot twists.
Looking forward to reading more books by these authors.
Full of action and plot twists.
Looking forward to reading more books by these authors.
January 24, 2023
As with all of Darlene L Turner’s books, Abducted in Alaska, her contribution to Ambushed in Alaska, starts out with a bang! Hannah Morgan is a Canadian border patrol officer who finds a very frightened 8-yr-old boy in a blizzard by her station. Hannah works with her boss, Superintendent Doyle Walsh, who is like a father to her, and police constable Layke Jackson to keep young Gabe safe and discover more about a a child labor ring.
There is plenty of snow and cold in this beautiful setting, and you will both realize the awesomeness and the fearsomeness of the Yukon as Ms Turner depicts it so vividly.
Both Hannah and Layke have sworn off a romantic relationships due to their past. It will take much trauma, prayer, and togetherness before they can consider a relationship with each other.
I loved seeing how God is working in Hannah’s life, to bring about her heart’s desire, when all she can see is that desire has been stolen from her. Why is it always so much easier to see God at work in other people’s lives, than to trust Him with our own?
Layke will have quite the journey before he can trust God. His past has made him bitter and sure that God was absent in the hard times of his life. I must admit, it was hard reading about Layke’s background as well as Gabe’s difficulties because they both involved innocent children.
While I thought I had the mastermind of the ring figured out, the ending pleasantly provided several surprise twists. Bravo!!
Two notes: I am reviewing only the first book of this 2 book compilation. Also, Ms Turner’s book was previously published separately.
I received this book from the author. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.
There is plenty of snow and cold in this beautiful setting, and you will both realize the awesomeness and the fearsomeness of the Yukon as Ms Turner depicts it so vividly.
Both Hannah and Layke have sworn off a romantic relationships due to their past. It will take much trauma, prayer, and togetherness before they can consider a relationship with each other.
I loved seeing how God is working in Hannah’s life, to bring about her heart’s desire, when all she can see is that desire has been stolen from her. Why is it always so much easier to see God at work in other people’s lives, than to trust Him with our own?
Layke will have quite the journey before he can trust God. His past has made him bitter and sure that God was absent in the hard times of his life. I must admit, it was hard reading about Layke’s background as well as Gabe’s difficulties because they both involved innocent children.
While I thought I had the mastermind of the ring figured out, the ending pleasantly provided several surprise twists. Bravo!!
Two notes: I am reviewing only the first book of this 2 book compilation. Also, Ms Turner’s book was previously published separately.
I received this book from the author. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.
January 25, 2023
Ambush in Alaska is a compilation of two very exciting stories by two different and terrific love inspired suspense authors. Two in one books are awesome as you get double the reading pleasure. The first is Abducted in Alaska by Darlene Turner and she never disappoints in her weaving of thrilling suspense with twists and turns that have you wanting a seatbelt in your reading chair. Layke and Hannah become embroiled in diabolical plot to save young Gabe and his friends from lets just say really really bad guys. Who can they trust? This was previously released as a single which I read and reviewed when it first came out. This one had an "I didn't see that coming" moment for me that was pretty intense. I love action up to the last second along with a wonderful ending. Guarding the Witness by Margaret Daly was another nonstop action suspense that kept me turning the pages long past a decent bedtime. Arianna the body guard needing protection and Brody the US Marshall were a dynamite dynamic duo in this story. Sometimes you just have to know how it's going to end. You can always sleep later. This is pure double the suspense, double the fun, double guessing, double the surprises, double the figuring out of hard life issues, and double the love. I received a complimentary copy and the opinions expressed are entirely my own. Grab a copy. You'll be doubly happy you did.
January 24, 2023
This book features two previously released Love Inspired Suspense books (Ambushed in Alaska by Darlene L. Turner and Guarding the Witness by Margaret Daley). Tons of action, suspense and of course romance.
In Darlene’s book Hannah and Layke are up against a group of kidnappers who are going around taking young boys. Both Hannah and Layke have to deal with things from their past while trying to locate the boys and get them back to their families.
In Margaret’s book. Body who is protecting Arianna have to run through the Alaskan wilderness trying to keep away from the bad guys who are trying to kill Arianna so she can’t testify against their major crime boss.
Lots of twists and turns in both books that keep you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out who the mole is in both books until the final chapter.
In Darlene’s book Hannah and Layke are up against a group of kidnappers who are going around taking young boys. Both Hannah and Layke have to deal with things from their past while trying to locate the boys and get them back to their families.
In Margaret’s book. Body who is protecting Arianna have to run through the Alaskan wilderness trying to keep away from the bad guys who are trying to kill Arianna so she can’t testify against their major crime boss.
Lots of twists and turns in both books that keep you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out who the mole is in both books until the final chapter.
January 31, 2023
Explosive suspense from page one. Great stories!
I loved seeing the characters change through dangerous situations and as they were getting closer to God.
“The tires continued to spin, not gaining any traction. Their hope of escape diminished. Her pulse hammered in her head and she was sure Layke would hear it. “Please, God!” she yelled.
The tires broke free and the Jeep lunged forward but not fast enough. A heavy blanket of snow battered their vehicle, smothering them. They were too late. They were buried alive.”
I received an ARC of this book; I was not required to write a favorable review. All opinions in this review are my own.
I loved seeing the characters change through dangerous situations and as they were getting closer to God.
“The tires continued to spin, not gaining any traction. Their hope of escape diminished. Her pulse hammered in her head and she was sure Layke would hear it. “Please, God!” she yelled.
The tires broke free and the Jeep lunged forward but not fast enough. A heavy blanket of snow battered their vehicle, smothering them. They were too late. They were buried alive.”
I received an ARC of this book; I was not required to write a favorable review. All opinions in this review are my own.
January 25, 2023
Ambush in Alaska features two previously released Love Inspired books—Abducted in Alaska by Darlene Turner and Guarding the Witness by Margaret Daley. Action, suspense, and romance times two!
March 1, 2023
Another fast-paced, unpredictable, gripping story from Darlene L. Turner. She knows how to keep the pages turning, even if it puts her characters in deadly peril.
January 11, 2023
This was another great read by Darlene Turner! Fast action, strong characters, precious boy, search for stolen kids, lots of ups and downs and Alaska and Canada! What's not to love!
January 10, 2023
This was a great story. Started out with action and it was non stop. Layke and Hannah each had things in their past that was holding them back from declaring their love for each other. While at the same time outrunning killer's and trying to break up a child trafficking ring. And the ending! I didn't see that coming at all!!
Displaying 1 - 11 of 11 reviews